Humanoid robots greet German Chancellor Friedrich Merz in China and it feels like a sci-fi movie, video goes viral

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s first official trip to China turned cinematic when humanoid robots welcomed him in Hangzhou, sparking viral videos worldwide. The high-tech reception highlighted China’s ambitions in robotics and artificial intelligence, with companies like Alibaba operating in the innovation hub. Beyond the spectacle, Merz met President Xi Jinping to deepen the “comprehensive strategic partnership” while addressing Germany’s widening trade deficit and supply chain risks.